Strategic Plan 2026-2030
Vision
Every person in central Victoria has dignified access to healthy food.
Purpose
With passionate committed volunteers at our heart, we’re working together with partners and community to connect people to healthy, affordable food by improving local supply and access, developing food skills and supporting a sustainable and healthy environment.
Values
- Create Connection – we make meaningful connections with each other, the community and the environment.
- Act with Integrity – we say what we mean, and we do what we say.
- Respect each other – we value and support people for their abilities, qualities and differences.
- Show Courage – we face opportunities and challenges with passion, hope and innovation.
Strategic Goals & Objectives
Goal 1 – Dignified Food Relief
Deliver more effective, inclusive and dignified food relief that meets community needs.
Goal 2 – Preventing Hunger
Build food literacy, resilience and local solutions that address some of the root causes of food insecurity, preventing hunger before it happens.
Goal 3 – Community Engagement & Partnerships
Strengthen collaboration and partnerships across our region to empower communities, amplify impact and drive lasting change.
Goal 4 – Food Systems Change
Influence and shape regional, state and national food systems to create a far, sustainable and accessible food future for all.
Goal 5 – Governance & Culture
Grow a high performing, values-driven organisation with strong governance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a deep commitment to sustainability.
Goal 6 – Enterprise Development
Develop innovative social enterprises and other revenue streams that strengthen our financial sustainability and increase our impact.
Decision Making Principles
- Align Every Decision to Our Purpose – every decision must clearly advance our vision and purpose – supporting food security, community wellbeing and local resilience across Central Victoria.
- Lead for Long Term Sustainability – we consider the triple bottom line – social, environmental and financial – in every strategic choice, ensuring the long-term viability of our organisation and the community we serve.
- Empower ad Reflect Our Community – we involve and listen to our community in the design and delivery of our programs. Decisions must reflect local needs and strengthen community ownership and participation.
- Advance Equity and Inclusion – we recognise diversity and disadvantage in our region. Our decisions should actively reduce inequity and foster dignity, inclusion and fair access.
- Collaborate for Greater Impact – we seek partnerships that share our values and amplify outcomes. Collaboration is preferred when it achieves mutual benefit and stronger results for our community.
- Anticipate and Minimise Harm – we access risks and unintended impacts before acting. Decisions should prioritise safety, respect and positive social and environmental outcomes.
- Use Resources Wisely – we steward our people, funds, and assets with care – making decisions that maximise value, minimise waste and ensure transparency and accountability.
